Tipu Sultan, the controversial historical figure known for his brutal actions towards non-Muslims, was the topic of discussion at a recent event in Pune. Noted author Vikram Sampath shared his views on Tipu Sultan’s contradictory personality, highlighting his actions of seeking blessings from Shankaracharya for a long life while also being involved in astrology and seeking guidance from astrologers of different religions.
During the program titled ‘The Life and Times of Tipu Sultan’, Amit Paranjape interviewed Vikram Sampath, shedding light on various aspects of Tipu Sultan’s life. The event, organized by Pune Samwad and attended by former Foreign Secretary of India Vijay Gokhale and Pune Samwad Convenor Manoj Pochat, also saw the release of Vikram Sampath’s book on Tipu Sultan titled ‘The Saga of Mysore’s Interregnum’.
Vikram Sampath raised questions about the celebration of Tipu Sultan’s birth anniversary, calling out the politics of appeasement and questioning the need to overlook his cruel actions. He shared a personal anecdote about facing backlash for writing about Tipu Sultan in the past and how it inspired him to finally complete his book on the historical figure.
In his conversation with Amit Paranjape, Vikram Sampath delved into the relationship between the Maratha and Mysore Empires, the end of Tipu Sultan, and the use of rockets in warfare by Tipu and his father, Hyder Ali. Former Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale emphasized the importance of understanding history and culture to preserve our roots and values in the face of external influences.
Overall, the event shed light on the complex and controversial figure of Tipu Sultan, sparking discussions on the need for a balanced and nuanced approach to understanding historical figures and events.
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